Venetian sky tulip collection
tulip collection
Uplift your spring garden with the vibrant hues of the Venetian Sky tulip collection. Large, cerise pink blooms with warm apricot and pinkish-red undertones unfurl into generous bowls of ruffled petals. Contrasting rich, deep maroon-purple flowers emerge, adorned with lovely coloured veining and silky, rounded petals with a smoky sheen, like fine Italian silk. All varieties bloom late in the season, and are inspired by a Venetian sunset. These tulips are ideal for drifts in the garden or cut flower arrangements.
How to care for Venetian sky tulip collection:
Using fresh, good-quality compost, plant bulbs in pots from September to November. For borders, we advise waiting until after the first frosts (typically mid-October to early December depending on your location) to reduce the risk of potential disease such as Tulip Fire. Plant bulbs 15-20cm (6-8in) deep and 10-15cm (4-6in) apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Alternatively, allow 7-9 bulbs per 30cm sq or 60-75 bulbs per m². If you’re unable to plant your bulbs immediately, they can be stored in a cool environment with good air circulation. Remove all the packaging and place them in a loose-weave jute sack before labelling and hanging up in a dry, unheated garden shed or well-ventilated greenhouse.
In spring, when the plants are in active growth, apply a high-potash fertiliser (like Tomorite) each week until the leaves start to die back. Pinch off the spent flower heads as the petals fall, and let the stem and foliage die back naturally. The bulbs can then be lifted and discarded, or cleaned, dried and stored (as before) for replanting the following autumn.
In spring, when the plants are in active growth, apply a high-potash fertiliser (like Tomorite) each week until the leaves start to die back. Pinch off the spent flower heads as the petals fall, and let the stem and foliage die back naturally. The bulbs can then be lifted and discarded, or cleaned, dried and stored (as before) for replanting the following autumn.
What's included:
In each collection you will receive the following:
- 7 × Tulipa 'Ridgedale': Large, cerise pink flowers that have a warm apricot undertone open to form generous bowls of gently ruffled petals. A stunning late-flowering tulip, you'll want to plant this in generous drifts so you have some extras for the vase. Grows to 35cm.
- 7 × Tulipa 'Ronaldo': Rich, deep maroon-purple petals with lovely coloured veining, ‘Ronaldo’ is a spectacular tulip for spring bedding displays. The petals have a rounded shape with pointed tips with a smoky sheen and silky texture. A star performer in its own right, this Triumph tulip is a clear winner when teamed with a frothy layer of forget-me-nots as underplanting, either in borders or pots and containers. Grows to 40cm.
- 7 × Tulipa 'Salmon Van Eijk': Topping tall and sturdy stems, exceptionally large, goblet-shaped flowers, which are a subtle blend of pink and apricot, create a lavish display in bedding schemes in mid- to late spring. Plant generously, so you have spares for the vase. Grows to 55cm.
5 × Tulipa 'Slawa' (PBR): The petals on this stunning triumph tulip are a deep wine red but each has a broad orange edge which turns a pinkish-apricot as the slender flowers mature. Topping sturdy stems they make an elegant and eye-catching addition to the seasonal border display. Grows to 50cm.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
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Humans: Harmful if eaten; skin allergen; Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
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Bulbs (only)£4.95Venetian sky tulip collection
tulip collection
Uplift your spring garden with the vibrant hues of the Venetian Sky tulip collection. Large, cerise pink blooms with warm apricot and pinkish-red undertones unfurl into generous bowls of ruffled petals. Contrasting rich, deep maroon-purple flowers emerge, adorned with lovely coloured veining and silky, rounded petals with a smoky sheen, like fine Italian silk. All varieties bloom late in the season, and are inspired by a Venetian sunset. These tulips are ideal for drifts in the garden or cut flower arrangements.
How to care for Venetian sky tulip collection:
Using fresh, good-quality compost, plant bulbs in pots from September to November. For borders, we advise waiting until after the first frosts (typically mid-October to early December depending on your location) to reduce the risk of potential disease such as Tulip Fire. Plant bulbs 15-20cm (6-8in) deep and 10-15cm (4-6in) apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Alternatively, allow 7-9 bulbs per 30cm sq or 60-75 bulbs per m². If you’re unable to plant your bulbs immediately, they can be stored in a cool environment with good air circulation. Remove all the packaging and place them in a loose-weave jute sack before labelling and hanging up in a dry, unheated garden shed or well-ventilated greenhouse.
In spring, when the plants are in active growth, apply a high-potash fertiliser (like Tomorite) each week until the leaves start to die back. Pinch off the spent flower heads as the petals fall, and let the stem and foliage die back naturally. The bulbs can then be lifted and discarded, or cleaned, dried and stored (as before) for replanting the following autumn.
In spring, when the plants are in active growth, apply a high-potash fertiliser (like Tomorite) each week until the leaves start to die back. Pinch off the spent flower heads as the petals fall, and let the stem and foliage die back naturally. The bulbs can then be lifted and discarded, or cleaned, dried and stored (as before) for replanting the following autumn.
What's included:
In each collection you will receive the following:
- 7 × Tulipa 'Ridgedale': Large, cerise pink flowers that have a warm apricot undertone open to form generous bowls of gently ruffled petals. A stunning late-flowering tulip, you'll want to plant this in generous drifts so you have some extras for the vase. Grows to 35cm.
- 7 × Tulipa 'Ronaldo': Rich, deep maroon-purple petals with lovely coloured veining, ‘Ronaldo’ is a spectacular tulip for spring bedding displays. The petals have a rounded shape with pointed tips with a smoky sheen and silky texture. A star performer in its own right, this Triumph tulip is a clear winner when teamed with a frothy layer of forget-me-nots as underplanting, either in borders or pots and containers. Grows to 40cm.
- 7 × Tulipa 'Salmon Van Eijk': Topping tall and sturdy stems, exceptionally large, goblet-shaped flowers, which are a subtle blend of pink and apricot, create a lavish display in bedding schemes in mid- to late spring. Plant generously, so you have spares for the vase. Grows to 55cm.
5 × Tulipa 'Slawa' (PBR): The petals on this stunning triumph tulip are a deep wine red but each has a broad orange edge which turns a pinkish-apricot as the slender flowers mature. Topping sturdy stems they make an elegant and eye-catching addition to the seasonal border display. Grows to 50cm.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
-
This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
-
Humans: Harmful if eaten; skin allergen; Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
Bulbs (only)£4.95